Advantages of working travel PT jobs

Today, there are a number of reasons to get involved in a travel therapy career. Not only was physical therapist listed No. 5 on U.S. News & World Report's Best Healthcare Jobs, the position also snagged No. 8 on the source's 100 Best Jobs overall. Add the benefits of working in travel physical therapy and it really doesn't get much better. Here are some reasons to pack up your pooch and continue with your travel PT career:

Basic PT perks
U.S. News & World Report explains that because of America's aging population, individuals who excel at improving patient mobility and lowering pain through rehabilitation programs are in high demand. Although patients are usually limited to individuals who are older than retirement age, often you will find yourself working with those who have been injured for any number of reasons. It is expected that jobs in this field will continue on an upward trend thanks to the long life spans of many baby boomers. According to the source, the Bureau of Labor Statistics expects physical therapists to see an employment growth of 39 percent by 2020. On top of that, most in the PT profession find high-paying jobs because of the field's competitive nature.

Travel PT benefits
When you add all of the advantages to working in travel healthcare to those PT perks, it becomes clear why you'll want to continue with your current career. First of all, between contracted positions – which typically last 13 weeks – you have the option to jump back into another adventure or take some much needed time off. Although you won't be paid during this "vacation time," it will be up to you when you get back to work. This is an excellent way to ensure that you catch up with your family and relax between assignments.

Not only do travel therapy jobs provide you with opportunities to travel for leisure every 3 months or so, you will also be able to see the country while you work. By working with healthcare staffing professionals, you have the ability to detail your areas of interest when it comes to job location. Before selecting which city you'll be working in next, do a bit of research on the options available. Depending on the time of year, you may want to head south to stay away from the cold or venture to one of the coasts for an easy commute to the beach! Through all of this, you'll meet new people who aren't limited to your patients. If you do it right, you can create a home for yourself anywhere in the country as you get involved in local community organizations.